Motoring News
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Automotive News
Major Roads Network: What Congestion Data Means for Drivers
Official figures covering the Major Roads Network between 2019 and 2023 reveal shifts in safety and congestion that affect every driver's journey planning.
Self-Driving Car Safety Rules Open for Public Comment
The Department for Transport is asking UK drivers to share views on draft safety principles for automated vehicles before 9 September 2026.
UK Drivers' Views on Self-Driving Car Safety
Most UK drivers hold significant reservations about automated vehicles, with official research highlighting gaps in public trust that could shape how garages prepare for the future.
UK Sets Out Safety Rules for Self-Driving Cars
The government has opened a formal consultation on the principles that will govern how automated vehicles must operate safely on UK roads.
DfT Complaints Review: What It Means for Garage Customers
The Department for Transport has published its Independent Complaints Assessor report covering April 2024 to March 2025, offering a useful reminder of driver rights.
Audi Q4 e-tron Updated: What Owners Need to Know
The refreshed Audi Q4 e-tron arrives after five years on sale, with interior quality the key focus for a car that helped Audi hit its UK EV sales target.
DfT Maps UK Transport Data by Location: What It Means for Drivers
The Department for Transport has released its June 2026 quarterly update to a portal that maps official transport statistics geographically across the UK.
Trade News
What UK Transport Emissions Data Means for Your Next Garage Visit
Official government figures on fuel consumption and transport emissions have practical implications for drivers choosing between petrol, diesel and electric servicing.
Fuel Use and Emissions Data: What It Means for Your MOT
Official government transport figures on fuel consumption and emissions have direct consequences for how UK drivers plan MOT tests, servicing and repairs.